TECH WEEK: It’s Teen Tech Week at the Dana Point Library. However, the event really takes place all month. Teens are welcome to come take part in the library’s Post-It Note Poll or "check-in" event. Prizes will be awarded. Stop by the information desk for more details.

MUMMIFIED PETS: You can check out mummies of a different kind – animals! Get a rare peek at birds, cats, dogs, snakes and other animals that were preserved by ancient Egyptians at the Bowers Museum’s latest exhibit, “Soulful Creatures: Animal Mummies in Ancient Egypt.”

JUMPIN’ FUN: Every Wednesday, little ones can bounce from trampoline to trampoline, jump into a large foam pit, dance and play at Big Air Trampoline Park’s Toddler Time 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Cost is $7 per jumper.

FEED SEA CREATURES: Join ExplorOcean on Wednesdays and Saturdays at 2 p.m. to feed sea stars, sea slugs and other marine animals. Families will be surprised what these creatures eat and how. Children 3 and younger are free.

SEA GLASS JEWELRY: You can enjoy a free sea glass jewelry-making activity 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at Crystal Cove State Park’s Education Commons. Learn how to turn sea glass into a one-of-a-kind creation. Park in the Los Trancos parking lot. Parking is $15 for the day. For ages 12 and older.

DANCE PERFORMANCE: Through Sunday, world-renowned Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater returns to Segerstrom Hall. Two programs will be featured, which include three works never before performed on the West Coast by the company: “Chroma,” “D-Man in the Waters” (Part I) and “Lift.” Tickets start at $29. Tonight’s show is at 7:30.

DISCOVERY SCIENCE CENTER: You can take a tour of the animal kingdom at the Discovery Science Center’s latest exhibit, “Animal Grossology.” Learn about the slimmest, stinkiest and grossest creatures on earth. The concept helps kids learn about the animal kingdom, but also makes them giggle.

DROP OFF AND DINE: Kids and parents can enjoy a night out this evening. Mom and dad can drop the kids off at the Chuck Jones Center for Creativity, where they will participate in creative activities, arts, crafts and more. Meanwhile, parents get a date night at one of the restaurants at SoCo or the The OC Mix, starting at 5:30 p.m. Pricing is $30 for one child, $35 for two or $40 for three children. Dinner for the kids can be purchased or brought from home.

MINI THEME PARK: You can check out the smallest theme park in SoCal – Adventure City. Ride its vintage carousel and many other rides. The park is open select dates each month. Admission is $14.95. Parking is free. Admission is $14.95

BONKERS FOR BUNNIES: The Orange County Zoo is springing into spring with this special day for children age 3-4. Fee is $5 per child (includes one adult). Registration is required. Call 714-973-6846 to register.

EATS AND OTHER TREATS: Besides food, you can find handmade items at the Old Towne Orange Farmers and Artisans Market. It takes place every Saturday 9 a.m.-1 p.m. in the parking lot of the historic Villa Park Orchard Packing House at 304 Cypress St.

NATURE WALK: You can get out and enjoy the outdoors as a family on a nature walk through O’Neill Regional Park 9-10:30 a.m. A naturalist will lead you on a stroll around the park and teach you about the canyon’s animals and plants. It’s a light to moderate walk on mostly paved roads. Parking is $5 per vehicle.

GARDENING FOR KIDS: Kids 3-9 are invited to a monthly gardening workshop series at the Orange County Great Park’s Farm + Food Lab 10-11 a.m. The theme for today is “The Scoop on Soil.” Kids will learn about the composition of soil and how to enrich it so plants will thrive. Free.

JAPANESE CULTURAL FESTIVAL: The Huntington Beach Japanese Cultural Festival takes place at Huntington Beach Central Park. Learn about the culture through food, music, dance, crafts for kids and other performances. Admission is free. The festival is 11 a.m.-4 p.m.

GREAT BOOKS PLAY: The Reduced Shakespeare Company presents “All the Great Books (Abridged)” at the Laguna Playhouse, with showings through Sunday. The company will cover 83 books in 98 minutes! Works range from Dr. Seuss’ “Green Eggs and Ham” to J.K. Rowling’s “Harry Potter.” Tickets start at $36. Show times today are 2 and 7:30 p.m.

EASTER EGGSTRAVAGANZA: Ready, set, go! Time to attend the Easter Eggstravaganza at Irvine Park Railroad, starting at 10 a.m. on weekends and weekdays. Children 2-12 can participate in an egg hunt. Other special activities include hay rides, cookie decorating and carnival rides.

SEA CRUISE: On select dates in March and April, the Ocean Institute will offer Gray Whale Adventure Cruises on its 70-foot Sea Explorer. Families will get to see fish, dolphins, sea lions and other wildlife along the coastline. Tickets start at $22. Register online.

REPTILE ZOO: Has your family made a trip to Prehistoric Pets yet? The Reptile Zoo there is a must-see! You’ll find more than 100 exotic species of reptiles, amphibians and arachnids from around the world. Also, see a two-headed snake named Thelma and Louise. Kids 3 and under are free.

ABOUT THE PARK: You can join the rangers at Ralph B. Clark Regional Park and discover hidden clues about which animals ruled the land 10,000 years ago and the ones that live there today. Following a presentation about fossils, there will be a 30-minute nature walk. The event is free. Parking is $5. The presentation will begin at 1 p.m.

THE HUMAN BODY: “BODIES ... The Exhibition” is on permanent display at the Premier Exhibition Center. Take an up-close look inside the body's skeletal, muscular, reproductive, respiratory and other systems. Tickets start at $15.75.

PACIFIC MARINE MAMMAL CENTER: As spring break approaches why not unwind with the sea life. Pacific Marine Mammal Center is an organization dedicated to the rescue, rehabilitations, and release of marine mammals. Its hours are from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. Donations are encouraged.

SNAKE SPECTACULAR: The Environmental Nature Center’s Little Naturalists program is designed for children ages 3-5. The planned activities are to encourage exploration and promote learning. This week’s the theme is snakes. Cost is $6 child. Register online.

AUSTIM FAMILY NIGHT: Pretend City hosts a special night each month so that families with an autistic child can come and enjoy the museum in an autism-friendly environment. Come tonight from 5 to 7:30 p.m.

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